Tuchel Blasts England Left Flank After World Cup Struggles
Thomas Tuchel has slammed Anthony Gordon, Marcus Rashford, Nico O’Reilly, and Djed Spence, admitting the left flank 'hasn't provided the same quality' during the World Cup.
Thomas Tuchel has slammed Anthony Gordon, Marcus Rashford, Nico O’Reilly, and Djed Spence, admitting the left flank 'hasn't provided the same quality' during the World Cup.
Guy Stephan will manage France against Norway in the World Cup after Didier Deschamps left the squad following his mother's death. The Group I decider kicks off at 8pm UK time on ITV.
France manager Didier Deschamps has returned home following the death of his mother. He will miss Friday's World Cup group match against Norway, with assistant Guy Stephan taking charge.
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Cole Palmer says he is not dwelling on his World Cup omission, hopes England 'go all the way', and plans to rest ahead of Premier League season under new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso.
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Cole Palmer has spoken out after being left out of England's World Cup squad by Thomas Tuchel, saying he's not crying over the decision and hopes the team succeeds.
England's goalless draw with Ghana exposes Thomas Tuchel's struggle to break down stubborn defenses, but his long-term strategy targets top teams like Brazil and Argentina.